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How To Suit Up Like Don Draper

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If there’s one thing we can learn from the iconic 1960 series Mad Men, It’s the way men suit up, especially Don Draper (played by Jon Hamm). The suit became a style statement ever since the show became a runaway success. To top it all, Don’s suave attitude was put down to the classic suit. Nothing spells style quite like a man in a classic suit!

Here's how you can suit up like the legendary Don Draper.

1) For what occasion?

First and foremost, you ought to know for what occasion you’re picking up the suit for; whether it’s for a wedding or for official purposes. This also calls for understanding the climate you’ll be in – humid summers or in an air-conditioned room – which will help determine the choice of cloth that is to be used.

Since Don Draper is always on the run within his office space, he noticeably cherry-picks a suit made out of flannel or vicuna.

2) Stick to the classics

In case you’re not acquainted with suits, stick to classics. Draper always preferred wearing the classic American suit – heavy on the shoulders but elongated at the waist. If you’re as tall as Don, opt for a long coat because it gives an added edge to your upper body.

3) Play with subtlety

The one interesting thing about the suits that Don Draper wore is the colour. As viewers, we’re under the impression that Draper prefers wearing solid colours. But, the truth is, his suits are made with threads of several colours with a dominant colour as base so as to give the suit a nice, delicate assortment.

4) The Pocket Square

Unlike today’s suits, the 1960’s classic suits had pocket squares in the suit coat so as to give out a gentleman-like look. In it, Don prefers to keep a simple white handkerchief. It is this trivial element that gives out an intimidating appearance and let’s not forget, self-confident aura.

5) jazz it up

Draper’s unseen impediments are reflected in the tie he wears. It’s never a solid colour. You can always see him wear a tie with striking patterns that adds a pint-sized peculiarity to his whole look.

Well, now we bet you realise that a suit is more than just a style. Being able to match the various intricate details is a mastery you can attain with practice. Get cracking and you’ll end up exactly like Don Draper.